Bibliophany (n.)
bib-lee-oh-fuh-nee
Etymology: Early 21st century; from Greek βιβλίο (biblío) 'book' and φανερός (faneros) 'manifest' or 'revealed'.
Definition:
The experience of a sudden and profound realization or understanding, often life-changing, that is derived specifically from reading a book.
An epiphany or moment of clarity triggered by the content or message of a written work, causing a shift in one's perspective, values, or beliefs.
bib-lee-oh-fuh-nee
Etymology: Early 21st century; from Greek βιβλίο (biblío) 'book' and φανερός (faneros) 'manifest' or 'revealed'.
Definition:
The experience of a sudden and profound realization or understanding, often life-changing, that is derived specifically from reading a book.
An epiphany or moment of clarity triggered by the content or message of a written work, causing a shift in one's perspective, values, or beliefs.
After finishing the novel, she experienced a bibliophany that altered the way she viewed her place in the world.
by JuanCGuerrero April 26, 2023
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